Meet Our Staff! "One of the most important decisions we will ever make as Parents are not only where we will enroll our children but who we will enroll them with." Here at KinderCare we take pride in having highly-qualified teachers, moreover teachers who yet love what they do! In conjuction with the National, State and KinderCare Company requirements for childcare professional certifications and trainings, unlike most centers our entire team of teachers maintains qualifications and certifications for Early Childhood Education including: First Aid & CPR Certifications
15-20+ Hours of MS-DHS Trainings Child Development Associates Degree (CDA) Associate's Degree in Education Bachelor's Degree in Education
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Welcome to KinderCare-Gulfport!
It is an honor to serve you!
Here at KinderCare in Gulfport we believe that everyone is family. We take pride in the fact that not only are your children our children but also our students!
We believe that all children are worthyof an educational experience that allows them to create, share, take chances and interact with a world they can change around them.
Our amazingstaff are highly qualifiedand committed to cultivate thegreat things inyour children. Not only that but we here at KinderCare "partner" with you to present a community of love, support, nourishment and learning for your family. Welove to provide support for your family in two important ways: you as the parent and your child as the student.
When you walk through our doors you will know that KinderCare in Gulfport is not only a better place to enroll your family but THE place to enroll your family!
So what are you waiting for? We are ENROLLING NOW!
COME SEE US TODAY! - The health and safety of our students is of high importance to us. All of our outside doors remain locked for security as well as our playground gates. Our front door has a coded entry where only authorized family members will have a code to enter. Otherwise a door bell is available to visitors who will be greeted by a center staff member. Our Health and Safety Coordinator, Ms. Rachel Powell, is on site as well. Rachel's role includes conducting monthly fire/disaster drills, ensuring that all staff are up to date on CPR and first aid, and also conducting routine safety and cleanliness inspections of our building.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:00AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: American_sign_langugage, Spanish
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- NACCRRA, CCAP (Child Care Assistance Program)
- Infant Programs (6 Weeks – 1 Year), Toddler Programs (1 – 2 Years), Discovery Preschool Programs (2 – 3 Years), Preschool Programs (3 – 4 Years), Prekindergarten Programs (4 – 5 Years), Before and After School Programs (5–12 Years), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dedeaux KinderCare often compared to?
Dedeaux KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like Temple Christian Academy, Carol L Roberts by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Dedeaux KinderCare?
The application deadline for Dedeaux KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Dedeaux KinderCare vs. Temple Christian Academy, Dedeaux KinderCare vs. Carol L Roberts
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Dedeaux KinderCare is Temple Christian Academy (1.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
14190 Dedeaux Road
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 832-4504
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 832-4504
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 48 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
12200 Dedeaux Rd
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 832-4585
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 832-4585
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 460 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
603 West Avenue
Gulfport, MS 39507
(228) 896-6631
Gulfport, MS 39507
(228) 896-6631
5.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 334 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1
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Special Education School
180c Debuys Rd
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 284-4125
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 284-4125
6.6 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 20 students
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